Etta Moten Barnett
Etta Moten Barnett (November 5, 1901 – January 2, 2004) was an American actress and contralto vocalist, who was identified with her signature role of "Bess" in Porgy and Bess. She created new roles for African-American women on stage and screen. After her performing career, Barnett was active in Chicago as a major philanthropist and civic activist, raising funds for and supporting cultural, social and church institutions. She also hosted a radio program in Chicago and represented the United States in several official delegations to nations in Africa.
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| Born | November 5, 1901 Weimar, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | January 2, 2004 (aged 102) |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer, U.S. cultural representative in Africa |
| Years active | 1929–1952 |
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| Children | 3 |
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